Jamku - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Jamku is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jamku village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamku is 049121. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.14 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jamku village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamku
As per Census 2011, Jamku village has a total population of 708 people, consisting of 342 males and 366 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 460 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamku are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 708 | 342 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 122 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 254 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 88 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Jamku
Jamku is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jamku
Jamku is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharchula to Jamku is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Jamku is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamku village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamku village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamku
Where is Jamku located?
Jamku village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamku?
Jamku is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamku?
The pincode of Jamku is 262545.
What is the population of Jamku?
Jamku has a total population of 708, including 342 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Jamku?
There are 146 households in Jamku.
What is the literacy rate in Jamku?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamku is 64.97%. Male literacy is 74.27% and female literacy is 56.28%.